Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Woodbury

Feeling inspired by the excitement of the Winter Games? You don’t have to travel far to get in on the seasonal spirit. Around Woodbury, you’ll find places where families can lace up skates, enjoy indoor winter fun, or plan easy day trips to nearby skiing, tubing or sledding spots. Whether you’re looking to stay close to home or head out for a weekend adventure, these ideas can help you make the most of the season. Just be sure to double-check hours, weather conditions and reservation details before heading out.

⛸️ Ice Skating & Indoor Winter Fun

Newington Arena

Address: 300 Alumni Rd 2nd floor, Newington, CT 06111

Phone: (860) 667-0175

Details: Newington Arena features an indoor ice surface with public skate sessions, skating lessons, and hockey programs. It’s a 45 to 55-minute drive from Woodbury and provides another solid real-ice option for winter skating in the region.

The Rinks at Shelton (Sports Center of Connecticut)

Address: 784 River Rd, Shelton, CT 06484

Phone: (203) 929-6500

Details: This large indoor facility includes multiple ice rinks with regular public skating sessions and rentals. It’s about a 50-minute drive from Woodbury and works well when you want more scheduling flexibility.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Mohawk Mountain Ski Area

Address: 1 Mohawk Rd, Cornwall, CT 06796

Phone: (860) 672-6100

Details: Mohawk Mountain offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing when conditions allow, with snowmaking helping keep the season going. It’s about a 35 to 45-minute drive from Woodbury and is one of the closest true ski destinations in the state.

Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort

Address: 99 Powder Hill Rd, Middlefield, CT 06455

Phone: (866) 860-0208

Details: Powder Ridge features skiing, snowboarding, and a popular snow tubing park, making it a solid option for a fuller winter sports day. It’s a little over a 1-hour drive from Woodbury.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

Winter in Woodbury often brings ample, snowy stretches that feel especially inviting once the ground is covered. When snow falls, local hills and open land become easy places to enjoy sledding and fresh air without going far.

Woodbury spots to consider:

• Hollow Park is a go-to local spot after snowfall, with open fields and gentle slopes that work well for casual sledding and winter walks. Its central location makes it easy to check conditions and head out quickly when snow sticks. (Source: Parks & Recreation Department of Woodbury, Connecticut)

Further outdoors:

• East Rock Park — For bigger hills and more consistent sledding, East Rock Park in New Haven offers long, rolling slopes that are popular after snowstorms. It’s about a 50-minute drive from Woodbury and delivers a more substantial sledding experience while still feeling like a true public park.

Bundle up, stay safe and have fun wherever winter takes you!

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